tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883Tue, 31 Mar 2015 17:46:23 +0000VogueEmmaOneSockself-drafteddressknitsTessutilingeriecottontopT-shirtJaliechildrenskirtteeswimwearkiddo sewingpatronessilkpantsaccessoriesBurdatankMarfyThe Fabric StoreFehr tradePapercut PatternsTwinklecamisoleslipleggingslinenworkout wearzakkaballetcoats and jacketsexerciseshortstutorialblousedancejeansButterickOttobrecrafty goodnessstylearcsupplextechniquesAmy Butlercaftancouturegirl's clothingrefashionshirtvestDries Van NotenLBDdesigning and patternmaking for stretch fabricsdrape drapeelingeriafittinggirly style wardrobemenmerckwaerdighpocketsraglanGive-awayGrasshopperLintonMillySimplicitybagbustiercardigancostumescover-stitchdenimdrapinghome dechouseknipmodenotionsorange lingeriequiltremnantsretroslopers Bloom's Endless Summerhttp://sewblooms.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (katherine h)Blogger400125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-5985793172576842929Fri, 27 Mar 2015 11:03:00 +00002015-03-27T04:03:22.907-07:00Fehr tradeleggingsSteeplechase leggingsI have noted that all the other pattern testers blogging about their <a href="http://shop.fehrtrade.com/collections/bottoms/products/steeplechase-leggings" target="_blank">Steeplechase leggings</a>&nbsp; have very sporty shots of their leggings in action.&nbsp; It was so hot here when I was testing this pattern that I could only wear shorts to run in.&nbsp; I am still only wearing shorts and can't bear to wearing leggings of any length.&nbsp; So I thought I would make a winter version of this pattern....a lounging pair with yoga style waistband.&nbsp; My only other yoga style pants are so old and worn they are hardly fit to wear.&nbsp; Because it is still so hot here, I have only put my steeplechase leggings on long enough to take photos for Melissa...so these are the photos you get as well...don't compare me to all those other sporty models popping up in the blogosphere!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zaeqtyc2SFk/VRU0-iOM9AI/AAAAAAAAEu4/yoCsx8e8MgM/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B182.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zaeqtyc2SFk/VRU0-iOM9AI/AAAAAAAAEu4/yoCsx8e8MgM/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B182.JPG" height="320" width="207" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O-uYG086j28/VRU1HJMZELI/AAAAAAAAEvA/4L4MwkEoY10/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B183.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O-uYG086j28/VRU1HJMZELI/AAAAAAAAEvA/4L4MwkEoY10/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B183.JPG" height="320" width="206" /></a></div><br />I was in such a hurry when sewing these that I made all sorts of mistakes.&nbsp; Well, not at first.&nbsp; First, I made all my marks, because the pattern pieces are rather unusually shaped, and sewed each leg together correctly.&nbsp; Only then, I assumed that I had sewing one leg inside out (which I hadn't), so I cut the stitching off (it was overlocked), losing all my marks and proceeded to sew the leg inside out for real.&nbsp; Then I sewed both legs together, only to discover one leg faced forwards and the other backwards.&nbsp; So I cut the stitching off again and resewed it all correctly.&nbsp; Then I put the waistband on back to front, as you can see.&nbsp; This is just a lounging-at-home version so I have left it.<br /><br />The big deal with this pattern is that there is no inner leg seam.&nbsp; I don't generally have a problem with legs chafing, so this didn't necessarily excite me as a pattern feature...only then when I put them on, I was genuinely surprised at how comfortable they were, even in my soy-bamboo-earth motherish fabric that doesn't have especially great stretch or recovery. So, come winter, I will make a running version of this pattern, with the nifty back pocket.<br /><br />And speaking of running, I have just completed my <a href="http://myrunningmate.com/faster-5k/" target="_blank">fastest-5k program</a> (well, a slightly modified version).&nbsp; I knocked 3 minutes off my 5k time and this week, for the first time ever, I am not the slowest runner in my running club :)<br /><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/03/steeplechase-leggings.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-2071423901256897457Wed, 25 Mar 2015 04:17:00 +00002015-03-24T21:17:51.846-07:00stylearctopA Second Stylearc Amber...and some more photos from my weekend in Sydney.&nbsp; <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ytZIRnqXMjg/VRI2j6Q17VI/AAAAAAAAEuc/Q_sD2GRuWVI/s1600/IMG_1686.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ytZIRnqXMjg/VRI2j6Q17VI/AAAAAAAAEuc/Q_sD2GRuWVI/s1600/IMG_1686.JPG" height="400" width="300" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oJz9qp4HXUs/VRI2qd-X2eI/AAAAAAAAEuk/Xy2QY1E7yBw/s1600/IMG_1695.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oJz9qp4HXUs/VRI2qd-X2eI/AAAAAAAAEuk/Xy2QY1E7yBw/s1600/IMG_1695.JPG" height="400" width="300" /></a></div><br />For this version of the <a href="http://www.stylearc.com.au/stylearc/index.php?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage.tpl&amp;product_id=531&amp;category_id=7&amp;option=com_virtuemart&amp;Itemid=44" target="_blank">Stylearc Amber</a> top, I kept more to the colour blocking suggested by the pattern.&nbsp; <br /><br />The main fabric is a mesh woven fabric, with little pears all over it.&nbsp; The sleeves are a dark chambray.&nbsp; I have used this fabric for 2 projects now, each before using it for its intended purpose...hopefully I still have enough for the original project.&nbsp; The strip and external facing are leftovers from a cotton camisole I made last year.http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/03/a-second-stylearc-amber.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-5053429409160526520Mon, 23 Mar 2015 23:34:00 +00002015-03-23T16:34:54.447-07:00BurdaknitsraglanteetopBurda Asymmetrical Top<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0Cm5wvPdyY4/VQjrxV76O-I/AAAAAAAAEtk/4KHw7nIQ8fM/s1600/IMG_1706.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0Cm5wvPdyY4/VQjrxV76O-I/AAAAAAAAEtk/4KHw7nIQ8fM/s1600/IMG_1706.JPG" height="640" width="480" /></a></div><br /><br />I visited Sydney last weekend.&nbsp; A versatile player in my weekend wardrobe was a Burda top made up in a very soft, grey, bamboo knit sourced from Oddz and Endz in Noosa.&nbsp; The pattern is <a href="http://www.burdastyle.com/pattern_store/patterns/asymmetrical-wide-neck-top-022014" target="_blank">02/2014 #135A</a>.<br /><br />I wore it on the plane, with black linen pants (not shown).<br /><br />I wore it to a play, with my big red skirt.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wdQKjyOmozg/VRCi_ybYqEI/AAAAAAAAEuI/EviIX1KCw7k/s1600/FullSizeRender%2B(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wdQKjyOmozg/VRCi_ybYqEI/AAAAAAAAEuI/EviIX1KCw7k/s1600/FullSizeRender%2B(2).jpg" height="640" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br />I wore it to Bondi, where we were nearly blown away.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-p5o6DFewqDE/VQjrtpki7PI/AAAAAAAAEtc/Cq56f0gGyew/s1600/IMG_1707.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-p5o6DFewqDE/VQjrtpki7PI/AAAAAAAAEtc/Cq56f0gGyew/s1600/IMG_1707.JPG" height="480" width="640" /></a></div><br />I did make changes to the pattern.&nbsp; In the photo below, the back is in the upper portion of the photo.&nbsp; Other reviewers found the top too short, so I wanted to add some length.&nbsp; In the back this was simply a matter of splitting and spreading the pattern.&nbsp; For the front, I wanted to reduce the amount of the drape, as the original pattern looks a bit as though you are carrying a spare belly around.&nbsp; I split the front and overlapped at the split to reduce the amount of drape.&nbsp; I then split and spread the bottom sections to increase the length.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cxBajfifYmA/VQjsL1gYf5I/AAAAAAAAEts/Ig5tvR_2LJo/s1600/IMG_1597.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cxBajfifYmA/VQjsL1gYf5I/AAAAAAAAEts/Ig5tvR_2LJo/s1600/IMG_1597.JPG" height="640" width="480" /></a></div><br />I was happy with the fit, though looking at the photos, the upper arm is pretty loose.&nbsp; I finished the neck edge with my coverstitch machine and binders.<br /><br />I bought this same fabric in red and am wondering if I should just make up the same top again?&nbsp; Only looking at the sleeves in the photos, I think I need to adjust the fit of the sleeves in the upper arm.http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/03/burda-asymmetrical-top.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-5259246764397655660Sat, 14 Feb 2015 07:08:00 +00002015-02-13T23:08:26.919-08:00Fehr tradePapercut Patternsworkout wearPneuma Tank meets XYT!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6O9qJTkc264/VN7txPnlPyI/AAAAAAAAEng/FJNhq0_BXKQ/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B153.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6O9qJTkc264/VN7txPnlPyI/AAAAAAAAEng/FJNhq0_BXKQ/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B153.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><br />I bought the <a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/products/pneuma-tank" target="_blank">Pneuma Tank</a> the moment it was released.&nbsp; Only I didn't make it up straight away because I didn't have enough bra strapping to match fabrics in my stash.&nbsp; I could have used my coverstitch and binding to finish edges and extend into straps (and I will do this one day), but I kept thinking how great the Pneuma tank would be if you could change the straps, on whim / with fabric choice, just like the <a href="http://shop.fehrtrade.com/products/xyt-workout-top" target="_blank">XYT workout top</a>.<br /><br />I used the XYT as inspiration rather than use the actual pattern pieces.&nbsp; This is only because I prefer a slightly different neckline than the XYT.&nbsp; I used my support tank sloper to draw in an X back that would connect with the front of the pneuma tank. You could totally use the XYT pattern though...just remember to extend the upper back pieces to meet the front of the pneuma.&nbsp; If you lay the XYT front on top of the pneuma tank you will be able to see how long this extension needs to be.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-p02Fuo-imUU/VN7ZowJh0iI/AAAAAAAAEnI/z1aZKrZSbNE/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B113.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-p02Fuo-imUU/VN7ZowJh0iI/AAAAAAAAEnI/z1aZKrZSbNE/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B113.JPG" height="640" width="472" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KknOqjEqm4M/VN7Z1JLPMxI/AAAAAAAAEnQ/N92wS8jA5Ro/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B114.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KknOqjEqm4M/VN7Z1JLPMxI/AAAAAAAAEnQ/N92wS8jA5Ro/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B114.JPG" height="640" width="406" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rkZEWiM2GRw/VN7ZMDK3IAI/AAAAAAAAEmw/x65N5VB3dHc/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B102.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rkZEWiM2GRw/VN7ZMDK3IAI/AAAAAAAAEmw/x65N5VB3dHc/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B102.JPG" height="400" width="263" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8a4Lr4Gx_iQ/VN7ZKV6bSbI/AAAAAAAAEmo/ckRoYtv28_s/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B101.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8a4Lr4Gx_iQ/VN7ZKV6bSbI/AAAAAAAAEmo/ckRoYtv28_s/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B101.JPG" height="400" width="265" /></a></div><br />&nbsp;I used elastic to finish the edges.&nbsp; I stitched it down with a zig-zag rather than my coverstitch because I was getting low on matching thread.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_K2bB93z8Js/VN7ZY7t95xI/AAAAAAAAEm4/uE7vDlPwwoo/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B103.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_K2bB93z8Js/VN7ZY7t95xI/AAAAAAAAEm4/uE7vDlPwwoo/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B103.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br />The bra part of the top is from cotton lycra and the tank fabric is a lightweight, cool knit remnant.&nbsp; I decided to leave the hem raw.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pXXkWiskc-A/VN7ZeOd-zsI/AAAAAAAAEnA/aJMqjO-U6OI/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B104.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-pXXkWiskc-A/VN7ZeOd-zsI/AAAAAAAAEnA/aJMqjO-U6OI/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B104.JPG" height="370" width="640" /></a></div><br />I would not be surprised if this becomes my favourite running top.&nbsp; I like top / bra combos because it is one less thing to pull on if you are exercising in the wee hours of the morning or if you are packing to go on holiday and it saves trying to co-ordinate bra / top in the dark, if, like me, you want everything to match.&nbsp; This top should be much cooler than my support tanks because the main fabric is lightweight and probably does not contain lycra and the style is loose fitting.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ikg35wdKlLs/VN7txoC4T3I/AAAAAAAAEnk/wo8mG2wM7Do/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B154.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ikg35wdKlLs/VN7txoC4T3I/AAAAAAAAEnk/wo8mG2wM7Do/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B154.JPG" height="400" width="245" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Mp21HUEZ0zc/VN7uFoIxyaI/AAAAAAAAEnw/hoktMT9V3x8/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B151.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Mp21HUEZ0zc/VN7uFoIxyaI/AAAAAAAAEnw/hoktMT9V3x8/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B151.JPG" height="400" width="265" /></a></div><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/02/pneuma-tank-meets-xyt.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-4804905031083832739Sat, 14 Feb 2015 07:08:00 +00002015-02-13T23:08:09.163-08:00self-draftedworkout wearSupport Tank<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-stI8_EPhlHA/VN7u1kcSa5I/AAAAAAAAEn8/6iI4qHKfNxk/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B134.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-stI8_EPhlHA/VN7u1kcSa5I/AAAAAAAAEn8/6iI4qHKfNxk/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B134.JPG" height="640" width="404" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HegV5vD9QrI/VN7u5M-4OUI/AAAAAAAAEoE/qW9NYz5HDxs/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B141.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HegV5vD9QrI/VN7u5M-4OUI/AAAAAAAAEoE/qW9NYz5HDxs/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B141.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><br />I have a sewing friend who teases me about being a little bodgy with my patterns.&nbsp; You know, just sort of laying them out and cutting something different around them, hacking them off a bit, pivoting here, laying different patterns over the top of each other&nbsp; and coming up with something else.&nbsp; Well, I have recently bought myself a supply of pattern tracing paper, which seems to have become a bit hard to find in Australia lately and am making a bit more of an effort to do things properly (well, sometimes).<br /><br />One pattern that is definitely worth making up properly is my basic exercise top.&nbsp; My <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2010/08/exercise-gear.html" target="_blank">favourite workout tops ever</a> were combinations of Burda WOF 11-2007-123 and Jalie 2563.&nbsp; In later versions, I had to remember to take the Burda in at the waist and out at the hips, lower the neck of Jalie, adjust the Burda straps if I was using them, raise the fold line for the inner bra etc.&nbsp; Not anymore...now I have created a Support Top Sloper, based on my t-shirt sloper, with various lines drawn in for different necklines, armholes and backs.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-oOubTbz7uOA/VN7O8ecUH4I/AAAAAAAAElY/eXO0kuwiB14/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B097.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-oOubTbz7uOA/VN7O8ecUH4I/AAAAAAAAElY/eXO0kuwiB14/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B097.JPG" height="640" width="422" /></a></div><br />I then used this sloper to make a pattern for a design that has been floating around my head for a couple of years now.&nbsp; I put tracing paper over my sloper and marked my design lines.The design lines are just colour blocking / fabric changes, and do not incorporate any shaping.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1KAAKi-owK4/VN7O3R_3kEI/AAAAAAAAElM/SOBtC_xzkis/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B098.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1KAAKi-owK4/VN7O3R_3kEI/AAAAAAAAElM/SOBtC_xzkis/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B098.JPG" height="640" width="404" /></a></div>&nbsp; I then traced off the sections and added various seam allowances to make a pattern.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jmeCJdW3qBI/VN7O8DzLFtI/AAAAAAAAElU/CM6tYOdf0fU/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B099.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jmeCJdW3qBI/VN7O8DzLFtI/AAAAAAAAElU/CM6tYOdf0fU/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B099.JPG" height="640" width="514" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rawMBegVJFc/VN7PFIJsNlI/AAAAAAAAElk/_IRGQW-ZG6k/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B100.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rawMBegVJFc/VN7PFIJsNlI/AAAAAAAAElk/_IRGQW-ZG6k/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B100.JPG" height="456" width="640" /></a></div><br />Here is the finished product.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bkBi-cT705o/VN7PicwQzAI/AAAAAAAAEl4/gAXWSQL0T5I/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B110.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bkBi-cT705o/VN7PicwQzAI/AAAAAAAAEl4/gAXWSQL0T5I/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B110.JPG" height="400" width="266" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NFMIv4-nsV8/VN7PPvFSjrI/AAAAAAAAEls/kfYhRokTMC4/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B108.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NFMIv4-nsV8/VN7PPvFSjrI/AAAAAAAAEls/kfYhRokTMC4/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B108.JPG" height="400" width="286" /></a></div><br />Detail shot, showing construction methods, as I am submitting this in the PR active wear competition.&nbsp; I bound the edges using a binder and my coverstitch machine.&nbsp; Seams were overlocked.&nbsp; Seams were enclosed wherever possibly to minimise chafing.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-u7SDQ7SGb0w/VN7PhvFYnUI/AAAAAAAAEl0/FRbruxwhsMM/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B109.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-u7SDQ7SGb0w/VN7PhvFYnUI/AAAAAAAAEl0/FRbruxwhsMM/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B109.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br />Inside shot to show the support tank. It was made out of a double layer of mesh.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rgwUnoNypqw/VN7PpagRFoI/AAAAAAAAEmE/wlEXdZ4Iops/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B112.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rgwUnoNypqw/VN7PpagRFoI/AAAAAAAAEmE/wlEXdZ4Iops/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B112.JPG" height="640" width="440" /></a></div><br />The fabrics are from Glitter and Dance.&nbsp; The main fabric is a <a href="http://glitteranddance.com.au/au-dance-product/mint-cotton-lycra" target="_blank">cotton lycra</a> and the contrast panels / inner support are from <a href="http://glitteranddance.com.au/au-dance-product/au-dance-stretch-mesh-mint" target="_blank">stretch mesh</a>. I bought them, along with some <a href="http://glitteranddance.com.au/au-dance-product/au-dance-glitter-knit-mint" target="_blank">glitter knit</a>, to make my daughter a leotard using <a href="http://www.jalie.com/empire-skating-dress-pattern.html" target="_blank">Jalie 2674</a>.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CFPcOKDSzKw/VN7wLK1m7SI/AAAAAAAAEoQ/rQKMVIRtqc8/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B117.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-CFPcOKDSzKw/VN7wLK1m7SI/AAAAAAAAEoQ/rQKMVIRtqc8/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B117.JPG" height="320" width="257" /></a></div><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/02/support-tank.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-2517080758370541181Sat, 14 Feb 2015 07:07:00 +00002015-02-13T23:07:42.083-08:00lingerieworkout wearMint sports braI used the same fabrics as my support tank to make a sports bra (<a href="http://glitteranddance.com.au/au-dance-product/mint-cotton-lycra" target="_blank">cotton lycra</a> and <a href="http://glitteranddance.com.au/au-dance-product/au-dance-stretch-mesh-mint" target="_blank">stretch mesh</a> from Glitter and Dance).&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /><br />The pattern is one that I made by <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2013/11/supplex-sports-bras.html" target="_blank">cutting up a RTW bra</a>.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-L5zuDHse9WQ/VN7WT0mKy-I/AAAAAAAAEmY/lE517xY6wHg/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B105.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-L5zuDHse9WQ/VN7WT0mKy-I/AAAAAAAAEmY/lE517xY6wHg/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B105.JPG" height="408" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-c7Dz27Xfegg/VN7WTY3lywI/AAAAAAAAEmU/_Zzd-esNQbE/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B106.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-c7Dz27Xfegg/VN7WTY3lywI/AAAAAAAAEmU/_Zzd-esNQbE/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B106.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br />The side seams are enclosed between the inner and outer layers.&nbsp; the edges are bound using my binders and coverstitch machine.&nbsp; The underbust elastic was attached with an overlocker, turned up and zig-zagged in place.<br /><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/02/mint-sports-bra.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-3845916112916885467Sat, 14 Feb 2015 07:05:00 +00002015-02-13T23:05:32.897-08:00Fehr tradeswimwearSurf VersionLast year, I muslined <a href="http://shop.fehrtrade.com/collections/tops/products/surf-to-summit-top-ladies" target="_blank">Fehr Trade's surf to summit top</a>.&nbsp; I put <a href="http://www.sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2014/12/surf-to-summit.html" target="_blank">a lot of effort</a> into it but stopped short of perfection when end-of-year stuff got too busy.&nbsp;<br /><br />I took my muslin on holidays to the beach to test it out in the surf.&nbsp; I needed to make more changes!&nbsp; I needed to tighten it up a lot.&nbsp; I would take the seams in, go back to the beach, come home, take the seams in again.&nbsp; I did this 3&nbsp; or 4 times over....very conservative adjustments as I am not comfortable with tight fitting clothes generally.&nbsp; I especially had to narrow the sleeves.&nbsp; I was bodysurfing at Noosa, and every single time I caught a wave, my sleeves would get pushed up past my elbows.<br /><br />With the holidays over, I was in no rush to change my pattern and make another version, but...PR is having an active wear competition.&nbsp; This has motivated me to get the pattern and muslin out again.&nbsp; Here is my next version.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xfxeQgM3uJ0/VN7ySnxDWdI/AAAAAAAAEoc/VFzLaH84J34/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B125.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xfxeQgM3uJ0/VN7ySnxDWdI/AAAAAAAAEoc/VFzLaH84J34/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B125.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Clg5AoCU7LQ/VN7yYcO-URI/AAAAAAAAEok/veMsHo4lCmU/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B124.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Clg5AoCU7LQ/VN7yYcO-URI/AAAAAAAAEok/veMsHo4lCmU/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B124.JPG" height="640" width="388" /></a></div><br />I still need to make some slight changes around the neck, but I am much happier with this version.&nbsp; I am especially happy with the fit through the back, which was loose and floppy before.<br /><br />I stuck to my folded over band neckline, as I think it holds up better for bodysurfing, and I changed my darted sleeve to a 2 piece sleeve. <br /><br />I used the curved back hemline.&nbsp; I overlocked the bottom edge without hemming...this is a method I have seen in RTW surf tops.&nbsp; It may sound like a cop out, but I did adjust the settings on my overlocker and sew test strips in order to get my most beautiful stitch!<br /><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/02/surf-version.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-8469679184478064118Tue, 10 Feb 2015 10:28:00 +00002015-02-10T02:28:32.490-08:00knitsself-draftedT-shirtteeOversized linen t-shirt dress<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SW-rD5Re9qw/VNnYt7KBKRI/AAAAAAAAEkw/JStbLM8SUso/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B084.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SW-rD5Re9qw/VNnYt7KBKRI/AAAAAAAAEkw/JStbLM8SUso/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B084.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />Initially, I planned for this fabric to be a cardigan.&nbsp; Then I tried on a <a href="http://www.bassike.com/shop/women/dresses/boxy_t.shirt_dress_with_tail/16024/WHT" target="_blank">dress</a> whilst on holidays, and thought maybe I could re-create it in a more flattering colour.&nbsp; Only it has ended up a bit short, due to fabric limitations.&nbsp; And possibly, it is a bit sheer to be worn in public, unless as a beach throw-over.&nbsp; Happily, it is perfect for wearing at home.&nbsp; I have been living in my <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2014/04/thou-shalt-not-covet-thy.html" target="_blank">missoni tank dress</a> all summer, and I think this one will take over from the tank dress as the weather cools a bit.<br /><br />The fabric is a <a href="http://www.emmaonesock.com/fabrics/linenknit.asp?c=219" target="_blank">linen knit</a> from EmmaOneSock (this colour was called grape, and does not seem to be currently available).&nbsp; In the past I have had trouble binding the necklines of linen knits.&nbsp; This time, I interfaced the binding with a <a href="http://sewexciting.blogspot.com.au/" target="_blank">tricot fusible interfacing</a>, and had no problems.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ViU6reN2M5U/VNnZHHVUieI/AAAAAAAAEk4/74WRimRFrhI/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B085.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ViU6reN2M5U/VNnZHHVUieI/AAAAAAAAEk4/74WRimRFrhI/s1600/sewing%2B2015%2B085.JPG" height="422" width="640" /></a></div><br />For the pattern, I started with the <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2014/02/drape-drape-t-shirt.html" target="_blank">drape drape 2 t-shirt, no. 4</a>.&nbsp; I used the half of the pattern not on the fold, raised the neckline, lengthened as much as a could and cut a curved hem.<br /><br />And it seems I have enough fabric left on the sides to cut out a short-sleeved, light weight cardigan....suggesting that perhaps if I had lay the fabric out fully, and played with the pattern layout, instead of trying to cut out in a too small space, I would have been able to cut a longer dress.&nbsp; No worries, it will get plenty of wear just the way it is.&nbsp; http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/02/oversized-linen-t-shirt-dress.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-2208144358795204288Sat, 31 Jan 2015 02:31:00 +00002015-01-30T18:31:50.939-08:00lingerieA racerback WatsonI've been following the <a href="http://clothhabit.com/category/watson-sewalong/" target="_blank">Watson sew-along</a>, but once I started sewing I just wanted to get on and finish it, so here it is!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-smpuRbtAwhQ/VMw0mVhUrUI/AAAAAAAAEkg/3dTo7rg03lY/s1600/home%2B2015%2B025.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-smpuRbtAwhQ/VMw0mVhUrUI/AAAAAAAAEkg/3dTo7rg03lY/s1600/home%2B2015%2B025.JPG" height="400" width="265" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3SI_0RdXskA/VMw0ezhkQvI/AAAAAAAAEkY/TViDCZ1fn2g/s1600/home%2B2015%2B024.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3SI_0RdXskA/VMw0ezhkQvI/AAAAAAAAEkY/TViDCZ1fn2g/s1600/home%2B2015%2B024.JPG" height="400" width="255" /></a></div><br />One of my sewing resolutions for this year was to sew some bras to go under tops with cut-away sleeves and racer-backs, as I have sewn a few of these tops in recent years that I don't wear much just because I don't have the right bra to go under them.&nbsp; Sometimes I wear them with a strapless bra, but I don't find that it is the most comfortable solution. I have made <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2011/07/racerback.html" target="_blank">racerback</a> bras before, but that was when I was a smaller size.<br /><br />Generally, I find that the most flattering bras for me have wide set straps.&nbsp; When Amy shared an earlier version of this pattern <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2013/02/longline.html" target="_blank">a while back</a>, I modified it to have wider set straps.&nbsp; This time, I went with the cups as drafted, so that the straps would sit closer to my neck and could be crossed over at the back.<br /><br />For wired bras, I generally make a 34B and modify the patterns to reduce volume from the upper cup.&nbsp; This bra is not wired, and the 34A size, based on my measurements, fit just fine.&nbsp; For my muslin, the 34A band fit fine, but because I was using a stretchy lingerie lycra, I went down a size for my final version.&nbsp; (I also went down a couple of sizes for the bikini because of the stretchiness of my lycra.)&nbsp; I used a sports bra that somebody gave me to modify the back band piece to facilitate crossing over of the straps.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y59VAZv1PGs/VMw0EjnaOII/AAAAAAAAEj4/UN7ZvN4dWhw/s1600/home%2B2015%2B016.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y59VAZv1PGs/VMw0EjnaOII/AAAAAAAAEj4/UN7ZvN4dWhw/s1600/home%2B2015%2B016.JPG" height="404" width="640" /></a></div><br />I did have a bit of trouble curving my elastic around that corner to the back strap.&nbsp; I also had to re-do this elastic, as, in spite of taking measurements of the elastic and hook and eye, these heights did not match up very well at all once sewn.<br /><br />I am very happy with the final bra, as it has liberated quite a few tops from my wardrobe.&nbsp; I still have one or two with high necks and very cut-away shoulders that probably need a halter style bra, so I will make a convertible bra, or maybe think up another style, later in the year.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VjMfNyT-zbY/VMw0OgheOXI/AAAAAAAAEkI/XMJJZJ5bTbo/s1600/home%2B2015%2B022.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VjMfNyT-zbY/VMw0OgheOXI/AAAAAAAAEkI/XMJJZJ5bTbo/s1600/home%2B2015%2B022.JPG" height="262" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I0iYHk5MdiA/VMw0VvndjuI/AAAAAAAAEkQ/i0p54oAVH1Y/s1600/home%2B2015%2B023.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I0iYHk5MdiA/VMw0VvndjuI/AAAAAAAAEkQ/i0p54oAVH1Y/s1600/home%2B2015%2B023.JPG" height="280" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OUhP1Rfz3Qg/VMw0DjVCBJI/AAAAAAAAEjw/t__CK7NY90Q/s1600/home%2B2015%2B017.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OUhP1Rfz3Qg/VMw0DjVCBJI/AAAAAAAAEjw/t__CK7NY90Q/s1600/home%2B2015%2B017.JPG" height="400" width="240" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-smpNAhyOVfo/VMw0E2r4mvI/AAAAAAAAEj8/BY4T7OT3ZU4/s1600/home%2B2015%2B018.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-smpNAhyOVfo/VMw0E2r4mvI/AAAAAAAAEj8/BY4T7OT3ZU4/s1600/home%2B2015%2B018.JPG" height="400" width="246" /></a></div><br />My poor body tape double is looking a bit worse for wear after 7 years and 3 house moves. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2015/01/a-racerback-watson.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-8947033991597677414Wed, 31 Dec 2014 08:59:00 +00002014-12-31T00:59:16.904-08:00home decHappy New Year!Happy New Year!<br /><br />It is years since I have had a New Year at home.&nbsp; I am quite enjoying this time to update my blog (and other areas of my life).&nbsp; Thanks to everybody who has read my blog and double thanks to those who have commented, and triple thanks to all those who write blogs .... it takes that extra effort to write a blog post once you have finished a project, but we all love reading about your creative process!<br /><br />My last project for the year is actually a home dec project. When I moved town, I joined a social sewing group in order to meet some people.&nbsp; Only they all do patchwork and quilting, which is really not my thing.&nbsp; In my attempts to fit in, I made a table cloth.&nbsp; It is not finished because I have not found the right fabric for the border.&nbsp; I have been using it on my porch and it is starting to fade already, so maybe it will never get a border?<br /><br />I don't normally follow home dec fashion, but being in my own home now, I have been reading a few magazines to get some ideas about interior decorating, and it appears that triangles are having a fashion moment.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yzKIG8yD52U/VKO54RwdWdI/AAAAAAAAEjQ/Vc8JntafKMg/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1351.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yzKIG8yD52U/VKO54RwdWdI/AAAAAAAAEjQ/Vc8JntafKMg/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1351.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br />&nbsp;I still get a giggle when other people turn up in the background of my photos!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--Zvlsm2BhYg/VKO5vEsEtNI/AAAAAAAAEjI/LbLwgQo7XdE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1342.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--Zvlsm2BhYg/VKO5vEsEtNI/AAAAAAAAEjI/LbLwgQo7XdE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1342.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br />I did make the top I am wearing in these photographs, but it is part of a drafting project that I have not completed, so I will write about it when more progress has been made.<br /><br />A big thanks to Bernice for taking the photographs for my recent splurge of blog posting.<br /><br />Happy New Year to you all!&nbsp; Bubbles all round.&nbsp; I look forward to reading about your sewing adventures in 2015.<br /><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/happy-new-year.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-5810212749898351767Tue, 30 Dec 2014 10:30:00 +00002014-12-31T00:44:35.137-08:00blousepatronesBeach cover-upThis is another make in a dubious fabric choice.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MJShk8f1S48/VKJn2949D7I/AAAAAAAAEiw/ZcL6xfa0Gjg/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1212.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MJShk8f1S48/VKJn2949D7I/AAAAAAAAEiw/ZcL6xfa0Gjg/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1212.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-enOpdJdPeNw/VKJn3OPXtpI/AAAAAAAAEi0/FIZZm9sRdPk/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1225.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-enOpdJdPeNw/VKJn3OPXtpI/AAAAAAAAEi0/FIZZm9sRdPk/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1225.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />It is a cotton voile from Oh Sew Noosa.&nbsp; I have a few cotton or cotton / silk voiles in my stash that I don't know what to do with.&nbsp; I suspect that the voile is too lightweight to offer good sun protection.&nbsp; I'm not really one for sheer, floaty tops and it is too hot to layer something underneath.&nbsp; I prefer to wear a crisper cotton as it feels cooler than a floaty cotton.<br /><br />For the neck trim I machine-sewed embroidery stitches (on a borrowed machine) onto several layers of linen and then cut between the rows of stitches to give a raggy sort of effect.&nbsp; I am wondering whether it is time to upgrade my sewing machine.&nbsp; I have been giving sewing lessons lately and it seems that all my students have better sewing machines than me.<br /><br />The pattern is from Patrones No. 340 Style 27 Blusa Birger st Mikkelsen.&nbsp; It has raglan sleeves and a gathered peplum of sorts.&nbsp; I added several rows of horizontal pleats to shorten the tunic length (<a href="http://tropicalthreads.wordpress.com/2014/09/16/pretty-white-tops-or-omgitworked/" target="_blank">an idea I borrowed from Tropical Threads</a>).&nbsp; I left off the lower sleeve.<br /><br />I have decided not to renew my subscription to Patrones.&nbsp; I bought it because it used to have fun summer patterns, including swimwear.&nbsp; This last summer, it was hard to tell that the summer magazines were any different from other times of year.&nbsp; And no swimsuits.&nbsp; The last year seems to have had a gazillion jumpsuit patterns, plenty of shapeless dresses without even a bust dart, millions of blazer and pant patterns that I have little use for and even their blouse patterns seem less likely to have a bust dart than not.&nbsp; So I did not renew and now I will see whether I miss it or not.&nbsp; I did like getting a magazine in the mail and my first flick through of each edition was charged with anticipation...only more often than not, followed by disappointment.<br /><br />On a positive - my blogging is nearly up to date - just one more post tomorrow and I will have finished off the year's posts in a timely manner.http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/beach-cover-up.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-6504583148322844059Mon, 29 Dec 2014 08:49:00 +00002014-12-29T00:49:09.822-08:00EmmaOneSockstylearctopStylearc Rosie Top<div style="text-align: justify;">I made this top back in April, but I must confess to wearing it only once...somehow it just doesn't feel like "me".&nbsp; I think the print is the problem. I have photographed it this week in my attempts to bring my blog up to date.&nbsp; Bernice has been visiting and taking all these photos, and she thinks it looks alright, so perhaps I'll give it another go.</div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-psXmS3kovao/VKETQ5ZLsaI/AAAAAAAAEiM/JyBbYBwcZxo/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1321.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-psXmS3kovao/VKETQ5ZLsaI/AAAAAAAAEiM/JyBbYBwcZxo/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1321.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">The pattern is the <a href="http://www.stylearc.com.au/stylearc/index.php?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage.tpl&amp;product_id=606&amp;category_id=8&amp;option=com_virtuemart&amp;Itemid=45" target="_blank">Stylearc Rosie Top</a>. It has extended sleeves, princess seams from the shoulder and a peplum.&nbsp; It is a slip-on style with back closure and there is a pleat in the peplum at CB.&nbsp; I made a muslin, but then ended up taking in the top a little more with a couple of pleats&nbsp; at the front.</div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_f5Zq5rSePg/VKETU-ycxcI/AAAAAAAAEiU/QziP_86_qA4/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1330.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_f5Zq5rSePg/VKETU-ycxcI/AAAAAAAAEiU/QziP_86_qA4/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1330.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />I did take one photo during construction.&nbsp; The fabric is a lightweight cotton and when I made the facing, I stitched it right sides together to the interfacing and turned out to give a clean edge to the facing.&nbsp; This is a neat finish that would not work on a heavier fabric.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lzIuQeY_3Jk/VKEUvceABcI/AAAAAAAAEig/hUjS6uD0MVQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B336.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lzIuQeY_3Jk/VKEUvceABcI/AAAAAAAAEig/hUjS6uD0MVQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B336.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Vdm1WtmKfs0/VKETJu1-_5I/AAAAAAAAEiE/kQiUnJkH0IE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1320.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Vdm1WtmKfs0/VKETJu1-_5I/AAAAAAAAEiE/kQiUnJkH0IE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1320.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/stylearc-rosie-top.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-6646583050361818843Sun, 28 Dec 2014 04:02:00 +00002014-12-27T20:02:03.739-08:00bustierlingerieBustier TopI made a bustier to go with my big, red skirt.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q7UW1oAe38U/VJ9xyFMe3CI/AAAAAAAAEgc/ACmC7hqkKvA/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1264.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q7UW1oAe38U/VJ9xyFMe3CI/AAAAAAAAEgc/ACmC7hqkKvA/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1264.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mxzUedoQDKI/VJ9xwUCHcyI/AAAAAAAAEgU/qV8fYk_0lrg/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1266.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mxzUedoQDKI/VJ9xwUCHcyI/AAAAAAAAEgU/qV8fYk_0lrg/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1266.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b6R4wBoKGZ4/VJ9x2CVOKdI/AAAAAAAAEgk/Cm7X_rOxj5Y/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1272.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b6R4wBoKGZ4/VJ9x2CVOKdI/AAAAAAAAEgk/Cm7X_rOxj5Y/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1272.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YsSEYIlKz8Q/VJ9yTqOPfKI/AAAAAAAAEg8/OPAzBv5lAFc/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1282.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YsSEYIlKz8Q/VJ9yTqOPfKI/AAAAAAAAEg8/OPAzBv5lAFc/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1282.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />The fabric is a silk/wool gazaar; leftovers from <a href="http://raindropsandbellyflops.blogspot.com.au/2013/10/the-wedding-guest-dress.html" target="_blank">a wedding guest dress my sister made</a>. <br /><br />For the pattern, I started with&nbsp;<a href="http://www.tutusthatdance.com/catalog/1" target="_blank"> tutu pattern 2104 from Tutus that Dance</a>.&nbsp; This might be an unusual starting point for a home sewer, but I figured that ballerinas don't have a large bust, and neither do I, so it might be a good starting point.<br /><br />I did make a muslin.&nbsp; I put a zip in the muslin to facilitate fitting to minimise the contortionist requirements to fit a garment to oneself.&nbsp; I did my first muslin late at night, and then the next morning, the tummy area was too loose.&nbsp; I decided to go with the looser fit, as it is morelikely to be an evening garment than a day one.&nbsp; Besides, it is good to have room to eat!&nbsp; I also knew that the bow on my skirt would take up a bit of room.<br /><br />The tutu pattern very sensibly comes with 1 inch seam allowances at the CF and side seams and 2 inch seam allowances at the CB.&nbsp; It has 1/2 inch seam allowances everywhere else.&nbsp; Ballerinas don't come with a belly though, and I do, so I had to add quite a lot of fabric to the belly seam.&nbsp; The pictures below show me pointing to where the seam originally was and where it is now.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lgq9WlYpShY/VJ9yMx8VamI/AAAAAAAAEg0/_mSepmKlYAU/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1275.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lgq9WlYpShY/VJ9yMx8VamI/AAAAAAAAEg0/_mSepmKlYAU/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1275.JPG" height="320" width="212" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3adqDeQkjAA/VJ9yEuQgN5I/AAAAAAAAEgs/_rSnqeUdJMc/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1274.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3adqDeQkjAA/VJ9yEuQgN5I/AAAAAAAAEgs/_rSnqeUdJMc/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1274.JPG" height="320" width="212" /></a></div><br />The tutu construction method allows for relatively easy fit changes; I guess so that the tutu can be worn by different dancers in later productions.&nbsp; The lining is sewn to the outer fabric pieces before the seams are sewn (essentially as an interlining).&nbsp; The princess seams are sewn together, then the top and bottom edges of the bodice are finished before sewing the side seams, which makes it easy to let out or take in the side seams later.&nbsp; I decided to follow this construction method, as my bustier is not likely to be a high wear item and I like the idea that somebody else may find it in years to come, and adjust it to fit themselves.<br /><br />The bodice has 8 panels.&nbsp; As I said, I was making this out of leftover fabric, so I was not able to pattern match the 8 pieces.&nbsp; I did try to match areas of colour and dark.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NzaHzV3v0Xo/VJ94iskiLNI/AAAAAAAAEhU/EYMKxMz9W_w/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1145.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NzaHzV3v0Xo/VJ94iskiLNI/AAAAAAAAEhU/EYMKxMz9W_w/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1145.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br />The above photo shows the lining attached to the outer fabric and the seams being pressed open.&nbsp; I used quilters basting spray to attach the lining to the outer fabric before finishing the edges of each piece (I'm sure I took a photo of the spray glue basting, but I can't find it).<br /><br />For the lining I used cotton sheeting that I picked up in an op shop years ago.&nbsp; The sheets were discards from a resort.&nbsp; They had a few rips and tears but did not seem worn and they are very densely woven, with no give, so I think they must be 1200 thread count sheets or similar.&nbsp; I initially bought it to use for muslins, but found&nbsp; I needed a new needle to pierce the fabric, so I put it aside for&nbsp; tutus when I was sewing dance costumes.&nbsp; It seems perfect fabric for bustier linings.<br /><br />I only boned the CF seam, using the seam allowance as casing.&nbsp; I have put in rigiliene boning, but have not sewn the channels shut, as I would like to order steel boning for my next bustier, and I will replace the bones then.<br /><br />I departed from the construction instructions to add an elastic waist stay.&nbsp; The ballerinas have stays to attach the tutu bodice to basque / panties / skirt, that I obviously didn't need.<br /><br />I sewed strips of bra hook and eye tape to the back for closing, which is not as strong as the hooks generally used for tutus, or bustiers, but it was what I had on hand.&nbsp; All the materials used for this project were from stash, so it was essentially a "free" project.<br /><br />Here are some photos of the inside.&nbsp; You can see that I have not finished hand sewing the binding to the lining...I wore it unfinished! <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XML1Gxy48Oc/VJ9_eek31tI/AAAAAAAAEhk/304XFNB8uXM/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1396.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XML1Gxy48Oc/VJ9_eek31tI/AAAAAAAAEhk/304XFNB8uXM/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1396.JPG" height="422" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bcPxd8STM3s/VJ9_lGKNBZI/AAAAAAAAEh0/DEMjsDlmec0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1397.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-bcPxd8STM3s/VJ9_lGKNBZI/AAAAAAAAEh0/DEMjsDlmec0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1397.JPG" height="408" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VgD1H3ekonM/VJ9_f85LFKI/AAAAAAAAEhs/ZXmH6hWl-zE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1398.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VgD1H3ekonM/VJ9_f85LFKI/AAAAAAAAEhs/ZXmH6hWl-zE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1398.JPG" height="528" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nd0Gox_RSVg/VJ9ybSxhkwI/AAAAAAAAEhE/5ljzeaL2Pj8/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1285.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/bustier-top.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-6490388758281485321Wed, 24 Dec 2014 09:02:00 +00002014-12-24T01:02:57.645-08:00skirtThe Fabric StoreVogueBig, red skirtMerry Christmas to all!&nbsp; I hope that you are all enjoying the festive season.<br /><br />This skirt was a last minute make for a Christmas morning tea.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XB1KOowa-wY/VJpvniwZi0I/AAAAAAAAEfQ/wP5Q7v709Pk/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1232.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XB1KOowa-wY/VJpvniwZi0I/AAAAAAAAEfQ/wP5Q7v709Pk/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1232.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div>&nbsp;It has pockets...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-flFvA6aSFfI/VJpvlITUdLI/AAAAAAAAEfI/jbCMAsVADcE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1235.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-flFvA6aSFfI/VJpvlITUdLI/AAAAAAAAEfI/jbCMAsVADcE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1235.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a><a href="http://images.patternreview.com/sewing/patterns/vogue/2970/2970.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div>&nbsp;...dramatic potential...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VNrPzfiBUGA/VJpv5QCb17I/AAAAAAAAEfg/6GQxsmCcHv4/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1240.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VNrPzfiBUGA/VJpv5QCb17I/AAAAAAAAEfg/6GQxsmCcHv4/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1240.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div>&nbsp;...curved side splits...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-os4DH6H9F5E/VJpvzAPJgUI/AAAAAAAAEfY/BEOdwRvcDH0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1250.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-os4DH6H9F5E/VJpvzAPJgUI/AAAAAAAAEfY/BEOdwRvcDH0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1250.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SFGUh__NvS4/VJpwCEboVgI/AAAAAAAAEfo/2Hj7PzhdIE4/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1252.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SFGUh__NvS4/VJpwCEboVgI/AAAAAAAAEfo/2Hj7PzhdIE4/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1252.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div>&nbsp;...a big bow...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KIpH1RxBM2U/VJpwLcLLC-I/AAAAAAAAEfw/X-Cy02hYXmI/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1253.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KIpH1RxBM2U/VJpwLcLLC-I/AAAAAAAAEfw/X-Cy02hYXmI/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1253.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div>&nbsp;...and twirling capability!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yYDCE0lFu1s/VJpwRSXmhvI/AAAAAAAAEf4/jJvPGKWmFdk/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1255.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-yYDCE0lFu1s/VJpwRSXmhvI/AAAAAAAAEf4/jJvPGKWmFdk/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1255.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-soRiptYFVLE/VJpwZSFZ3zI/AAAAAAAAEgA/DQDA7YY-yA0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1256.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-soRiptYFVLE/VJpwZSFZ3zI/AAAAAAAAEgA/DQDA7YY-yA0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1256.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />The pattern is OOP Vogue 2970, a Donna Karan pattern.&nbsp;&nbsp; Construction-wise, it is a bit odd.&nbsp; There are lots of raw edges.&nbsp; Heaps of basting, which I have yet to pull out.&nbsp; The hem is raw and there a double hem facing on the inside of the skirt, one left raw and a narrower one with turned under edges.&nbsp; The bow is a bit weird.&nbsp;<br /><br /><img alt="Vogue Designer 2970 Misses Very Loose-Fitting Top and Pleated Skirt sewing pattern sizes 4-6-8 brand new Donna Karan DKNY" src="https://img1.etsystatic.com/052/1/7986156/il_570xN.677388639_93dk.jpg" width="570" /><br /><br /><br />It was a last minute make, and I stayed up late the night before trying to finish it.&nbsp; I couldn't keep my eyes open, so it was suggested that I get up early in the morning to hem...even the hemming took me 2 hours.&nbsp; There were lots of pieces and it didn't help that I got a couple of them mixed up.&nbsp; I snipped my pleat marks, not realising that the snip marks would be exposed because of the raw edges along the waist...all adding to that raw edge appeal, I guess.<br /><br />The fabric is from The Fabric Store in Brisbane.&nbsp; I got excellent service from them.&nbsp; I rang them on Wednesday, asking for red fabric for a full pleated skirt.&nbsp; They photographed a couple of options, and I went with the cheaper viscose lycra blend, as the pattern is a real fabric hog, needing almost 4 m of 150 cm wide fabric.&nbsp; I placed my order by phone on Thursday and received the fabric on Friday.&nbsp; Thumbs up to Australia Post as well.<br /><br />The Liberty print camisole I am wearing featured on my <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2007/05/just-working-stuff-out.html" target="_blank">very first blog post</a> back in 2007. <br /><br />I hope that you are all spending Christmas with loved ones and I'm sure many of you are wearing your own sewn creations on this day of celebration.&nbsp; Love to all, K<br /><br /><a href="http://images.patternreview.com/sewing/patterns/vogue/2970/2970.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="http://images.patternreview.com/sewing/patterns/vogue/2970/2970.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a>http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/big-red-skirt.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-4841173376571008627Tue, 23 Dec 2014 23:12:00 +00002014-12-23T15:12:56.468-08:00dressself-draftedTank DressI extended one of my <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2014/04/tank-tops-nerd-edition.html" target="_blank">tank top patterns</a> to make a dress.<br /><br />The fabric is a denim.&nbsp; It has ended up a smidge tight because I didn't take the thickness of the fabric into account.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-y9kjsb7E2tI/VJn2eBQnNWI/AAAAAAAAEew/7JTM9DaH-Is/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1191.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-y9kjsb7E2tI/VJn2eBQnNWI/AAAAAAAAEew/7JTM9DaH-Is/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1191.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qXlNniH5eHQ/VJn2htsG5II/AAAAAAAAEe4/T3lrEkTVoZc/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1204.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qXlNniH5eHQ/VJn2htsG5II/AAAAAAAAEe4/T3lrEkTVoZc/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1204.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />This was a quick and easy make that I took along to a social sewing group.&nbsp; I can only sew simple things in sewing groups because I chit-chat too much and can't concentrate on the sewing.&nbsp; http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/tank-dress.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-1686761468044816083Tue, 23 Dec 2014 09:59:00 +00002014-12-31T00:43:09.254-08:00patronestankSafari TankThis is another of my apartment makes.&nbsp; I bought the fabric to test the runderwear in the Threshold shorts pattern.&nbsp; The pattern includes both a brief and a g-string.&nbsp; The g-string provoked much discussion in our house, as I was sewing it at the dining table in the middle of the apartment and my children are not familiar with g-strings.&nbsp; I was just hoping that it didn't not come up for conversation in show and share at school that day!&nbsp; Anyway, I am not showing you either the briefs or the g-string, but a tank top that I made with the rest of the fabric.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Rs4s3Co7wm4/VJiRI1oPuGI/AAAAAAAAEeI/MzGeef3c7I0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1338.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Rs4s3Co7wm4/VJiRI1oPuGI/AAAAAAAAEeI/MzGeef3c7I0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1338.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The pattern is from Patrones No. 340 Style 26.&nbsp; I had to take it in a massive amount in the side seams.&nbsp; I only had a little sewing machine with me, so I finished the edges with lingerie elastic.&nbsp; In our silly photoshoot, I forgot to take a photo of the back, but it has a CB seam, which is good for shaping, and slightly cut-away armholes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The fabric is a viscose elastane from a local fabric store. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I haven't worn this yet as I haven't decided if it is good enough to wear in public or if I should just wear it with the knickers as a sleep set.</div><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/safari-tank.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-245177634220909820Mon, 22 Dec 2014 21:39:00 +00002014-12-22T13:39:18.649-08:00T-shirtSummery Tee&nbsp;I really loved the colours of the stripes in this fabric and I so much wanted it to be a dress.&nbsp; Just a simple tank style dress.&nbsp; The fabric is a hemp blend with very little recovery, and I didn't think it would hold its shape very well in a dress, so at the very last moment, I went with a t-shirt.&nbsp; I think this was the right decision, because the fabric stretched out whilst I was binding it and didn't recover, and the whole thing has ended up a little stretched out, leaving me with a neckline that is a little lower and wider than I was intending.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SIWoF3OzQG4/VJiNI4rgNtI/AAAAAAAAEd0/pkODy6abGG0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1302.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SIWoF3OzQG4/VJiNI4rgNtI/AAAAAAAAEd0/pkODy6abGG0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1302.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nuA4_6HAozI/VJiNRSC3jtI/AAAAAAAAEd8/-sxl9Zm0fZ0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1308.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nuA4_6HAozI/VJiNRSC3jtI/AAAAAAAAEd8/-sxl9Zm0fZ0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1308.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />I cut the pattern off a casual RTW t-shirt that I like.&nbsp; It is difficult to see, but there are small gathers in the front shoulder.&nbsp; The sleeves are a little floppy, but I don't know if this is a problem with the fabric or my rub-off method.&nbsp; Sleeves are always the tricky bit.<br /><br />I have another hemp knit, so I will get the chance to apply my learnings from this shirt to another garment.http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/summery-tee.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-696396481609745901Mon, 22 Dec 2014 10:17:00 +00002014-12-22T02:17:14.365-08:00pantsTrack PantsWhen everyone was making their <a href="http://shop.truebias.com/product/hudson-pant" target="_blank">Hudsons</a> and their <a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/products/anima-pant" target="_blank">Animas</a> earlier this year, I wanted a pair too, but I didn't feel like splashing out on a pattern for elastic waisted pants, so I hunted through my pattern collection for something that would work.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/--wF1fN-ArlI/VJfqmn0FyxI/AAAAAAAAEdc/SwxAViK6Uv0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1289.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/--wF1fN-ArlI/VJfqmn0FyxI/AAAAAAAAEdc/SwxAViK6Uv0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1289.JPG" height="400" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--lY2QNn6Nfk/VJfqlocSWFI/AAAAAAAAEdY/H8c6Qa8nPvw/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1290.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--lY2QNn6Nfk/VJfqlocSWFI/AAAAAAAAEdY/H8c6Qa8nPvw/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1290.JPG" height="400" width="187" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M2cRhSS2RT0/VJfqkgfHSlI/AAAAAAAAEdU/9KymUVM4XwU/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1295.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M2cRhSS2RT0/VJfqkgfHSlI/AAAAAAAAEdU/9KymUVM4XwU/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1295.JPG" height="400" width="180" /></a></div><br />I ended up starting with<a href="http://www.jalie.com/jalie2914-mens-gymnastics-pants-sewing-pattern.html" target="_blank"> Jalie 2914</a>, a men's pattern for gymnastics longs.&nbsp; It had the tapered legs I was looking for and was not too high waisted.&nbsp; I cut off the legs at the ankles&nbsp; and added a cuff.<br /><br /><img alt="Gymnastics Pants and Shorts Pattern (Boys' and Men's)" id="image" src="http://www.jalie.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/2/9/2914.jpg" style="left: 0px; top: 0px; width: 234px;" title="Gymnastics Pants and Shorts Pattern (Boys' and Men's)" /><br /><br />I borrowed the waistband and pocket details from Burda 5/2011 #128.<br /><a href="http://www.burdafashion.com/images/repos/1/000/001/852/000001852256" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" hspace="0" src="http://www.burdafashion.com/images/repos/1/000/001/852/000001852256" vspace="0" width="400" /></a><br /><br /><br />I'm pretty happy with how they turned out.&nbsp; I made the pockets out of a white sports mesh, which peeks out a little bit.&nbsp; I'll have to fix that up before next winter and I need to replace the drawstring with one that doesn't slip out quite so easily.&nbsp;<br /><br />Now I can spend my pattern pennies on a more complicated design...I've been inspired by some Marfy projects popping up in the blogs, so a Marfy order may just be part of my near future.<br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/track-pants.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-8488065217397639661Sun, 21 Dec 2014 23:51:00 +00002014-12-21T15:51:31.602-08:00camisoleself-draftedThe Fabric StoreBlack cotton camiThis is another of my made-while-visiting-relatives-no-pattern makes.&nbsp;<br /><br />The cotton fabric was purchased from The Fabric Store in Brisbane.&nbsp; I cut bias panels and basted them together - 4 pieces for the front and 4 for the back.&nbsp; I then tried it on and adjusted the seams to create shaping over the bust and at the side seams.&nbsp; <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-226Im-NHVTw/VJdbouuhuWI/AAAAAAAAEc8/bRDV1KTI3gQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1385.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-226Im-NHVTw/VJdbouuhuWI/AAAAAAAAEc8/bRDV1KTI3gQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1385.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8Bf31NF-L-4/VJdbqAwg7cI/AAAAAAAAEdE/5pd1Cnq-RhQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1389.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8Bf31NF-L-4/VJdbqAwg7cI/AAAAAAAAEdE/5pd1Cnq-RhQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1389.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br />I used folded strips of the fabric for straps and bindings. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6vfVjxaayos/VJdblENaXuI/AAAAAAAAEc0/2Mirt1vxQnE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1384.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6vfVjxaayos/VJdblENaXuI/AAAAAAAAEc0/2Mirt1vxQnE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1384.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br />I gathered triangular pieces to fit in the zig-zags at the bottom edge.<br /><br />I used a selvedge as hem.http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/black-cotton-cami.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-7769223469625863711Sun, 21 Dec 2014 06:04:00 +00002014-12-20T22:04:57.215-08:00linenslipA linen nightieI have a linen nightie that I sewed in pre-blogging days that has been patched over and over...time for a new one.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-chzb4nu2fOQ/VJZin0Kb-zI/AAAAAAAAEcc/Bc2x2yeveyc/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1174.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-chzb4nu2fOQ/VJZin0Kb-zI/AAAAAAAAEcc/Bc2x2yeveyc/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1174.JPG" height="640" width="348" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bZ3bqXBhtoI/VJZiwknvQrI/AAAAAAAAEck/aHOD5-_-nBE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1176.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bZ3bqXBhtoI/VJZiwknvQrI/AAAAAAAAEck/aHOD5-_-nBE/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1176.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><br />This one is self-drafted.&nbsp; Self-drafted being a loose term in that I lay my tank top pattern on the fabric (on the bias) and cut a shape from it, and made a flounce from the left-over bits.<br /><br />The straps on the previous one were forever ripping, so I used bra strapping elastic for these. <br /><br />The fabric is from Oh Sew Noosa.http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/a-linen-nightie.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-13368224804363127Sat, 20 Dec 2014 23:11:00 +00002014-12-23T15:15:49.651-08:00Papercut PatternsswimwearTessutiSoma SwimsuitHere are some photos of the <a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/products/soma-swimsuit-1" target="_blank">Papercut Patterns Soma</a> swimsuit I made - it was one of my first projects in my new house as I needed to test that my machines survived the move and I used my sewing machine, overlocker and coverstitch on these.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_cZ7IB6jBYg/VJX_Dh4UJvI/AAAAAAAAEbg/YSTPSwli0IQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1168.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_cZ7IB6jBYg/VJX_Dh4UJvI/AAAAAAAAEbg/YSTPSwli0IQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1168.JPG" height="640" width="380" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WDJCWGRXpwQ/VJX-2uEhtPI/AAAAAAAAEbY/jMrwWNyxclM/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1170.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-WDJCWGRXpwQ/VJX-2uEhtPI/AAAAAAAAEbY/jMrwWNyxclM/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1170.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i7NzVnF1nEo/VJX_IEaglkI/AAAAAAAAEbo/8l2L93nl4RA/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1171.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i7NzVnF1nEo/VJX_IEaglkI/AAAAAAAAEbo/8l2L93nl4RA/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1171.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />The <a href="http://www.tessuti-shop.com/collections/swimwear-fabrics/products/aqua-rose-stretch-swimwear-fabric" target="_blank">fabric</a> is from Tessuti.&nbsp; The very cute ric-rac elastic was from elingeria, which has sadly closed.<br /><br />After reading other reviews of the pattern, I went down a size, but I wish I hadn't as the suit is very snug and I had to remove the waistline elastic.&nbsp; I added maybe 4 cm of length.&nbsp; I sewed the back straps in a slightly different position as I was worried about side gaping.&nbsp; I had to add darts to the upper front, near where the triangle cut out bits are.&nbsp; Next time I will modify the pattern so that I don't need these darts.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-be0bKvNgCbs/VJX_UWz1a8I/AAAAAAAAEbw/lvKkFQs4thI/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1182.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-be0bKvNgCbs/VJX_UWz1a8I/AAAAAAAAEbw/lvKkFQs4thI/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1182.JPG" height="320" width="211" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dLtjQ7HZWYo/VJYBFiCqLiI/AAAAAAAAEcM/qb0k1_2MBGo/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1184.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dLtjQ7HZWYo/VJYBFiCqLiI/AAAAAAAAEcM/qb0k1_2MBGo/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1184.JPG" height="320" width="212" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SNBJks-L-zU/VJYBD799ONI/AAAAAAAAEcE/qaTtz8AAZFI/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1190.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SNBJks-L-zU/VJYBD799ONI/AAAAAAAAEcE/qaTtz8AAZFI/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1190.JPG" height="320" width="212" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/soma-swimsuit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-8294558312276541349Sat, 20 Dec 2014 01:17:00 +00002014-12-19T17:17:56.843-08:00Fehr tradeSurf to Summit<br />Melissa has released another great exercise pattern that could so easily cross over into every day wear.<br /><br />I only have muslin versions to show you, but I want to blog all my makes for this year before the year ends, so I thought I would show them to you anyhow.<br /><br />The pattern is for a princess-seamed tee with raglan sleeves and integrated funnel neck.&nbsp; There are options a-plenty - short or long sleeves, front half-zip, pockets, curved hem, sleeve mitts.<br /><br />I must admit, I was tempted to opt out of this testing round, because fitting sleeves is something I struggle with, and raglan sleeves more so than regular sleeves.&nbsp; Then, stoic individual that I am, I decided to "suck it up" and get on with it.<br /><br />Here is my first muslin.&nbsp; You can see all the wrinkles pulling up from the underarm to the shoulder bone.&nbsp; As well as this, there is some excess volume above the bust, which is standard for me.&nbsp; <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L_szReYkyKM/VJTCc8BVKII/AAAAAAAAEZw/7y1IRHnxosE/s1600/IMG_1325.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-L_szReYkyKM/VJTCc8BVKII/AAAAAAAAEZw/7y1IRHnxosE/s1600/IMG_1325.JPG" height="400" width="270" /></a></div><br />I went with a trial-and-error approach to fitting a new sleeve.&nbsp; To do this, I slashed the sleeve along the top of the shoulder, and then perpendicular to this in several places, and pinned the slashed-open sleeve to a piece of fabric sitting underneath.&nbsp; It took me quite a few goes to get a version that I was happy with.&nbsp; The first modification I did on my dressform, and then I enlisted help to do it on my body.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yny52Frc9vE/VJTN_18BO8I/AAAAAAAAEbI/HdbNrShH-W8/s1600/2014%2B225.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yny52Frc9vE/VJTN_18BO8I/AAAAAAAAEbI/HdbNrShH-W8/s1600/2014%2B225.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-f1ISu-VKJ1k/VJTN-FWl5sI/AAAAAAAAEa4/r7oUyog2vGc/s1600/2014%2B226.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-f1ISu-VKJ1k/VJTN-FWl5sI/AAAAAAAAEa4/r7oUyog2vGc/s1600/2014%2B226.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LYbTPgssqsE/VJTN-m0uF7I/AAAAAAAAEa8/KQVA-ViyV6E/s1600/2014%2B227.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LYbTPgssqsE/VJTN-m0uF7I/AAAAAAAAEa8/KQVA-ViyV6E/s1600/2014%2B227.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />The final version of the sleeve is the bright pink one in the photos below.&nbsp; You can see that the sleeve looks much longer than the white version, even though the underarm seam is the same length, because it is not pulling up over the shoulder.&nbsp; Whilst I was fitting, I took some excess fabric out of the back.&nbsp; I like the curved hem at the back to eliminate that strip of sunburn between shirt and bikini when body surfing.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iTPlpO4iGJo/VJTCoklT4DI/AAAAAAAAEaA/sKkoiXgKbaw/s1600/IMG_1359.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iTPlpO4iGJo/VJTCoklT4DI/AAAAAAAAEaA/sKkoiXgKbaw/s1600/IMG_1359.JPG" height="320" width="246" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-41JxPVpvHW4/VJTCjIbpWlI/AAAAAAAAEZ4/ZfjI4GNuNhI/s1600/IMG_1358.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-41JxPVpvHW4/VJTCjIbpWlI/AAAAAAAAEZ4/ZfjI4GNuNhI/s1600/IMG_1358.JPG" height="320" width="236" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3xTZLtugrCs/VJTCtQ3CFII/AAAAAAAAEaI/u50O9d5mCOA/s1600/IMG_1357.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3xTZLtugrCs/VJTCtQ3CFII/AAAAAAAAEaI/u50O9d5mCOA/s1600/IMG_1357.JPG" height="320" width="218" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />&nbsp;This is what the pattern pieces look like with my sleeve modification.<br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KpBghEhf7DU/VJTC3ye9EuI/AAAAAAAAEaQ/VPjZdx7EVV0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1130.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KpBghEhf7DU/VJTC3ye9EuI/AAAAAAAAEaQ/VPjZdx7EVV0/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1130.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a>I didn't use the high neckline with my first muslin, so I made a second muslin to test the long sleeves and the neckline. <br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nDKgbAG-u2w/VJTDCE2y9iI/AAAAAAAAEaY/14WD_5BmXDs/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1134.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nDKgbAG-u2w/VJTDCE2y9iI/AAAAAAAAEaY/14WD_5BmXDs/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1134.JPG" height="400" width="263" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7ZbYuHbBv3I/VJTDQtjpANI/AAAAAAAAEao/hJsHIS0vTQ8/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1136.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7ZbYuHbBv3I/VJTDQtjpANI/AAAAAAAAEao/hJsHIS0vTQ8/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1136.JPG" height="400" width="263" /></a> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fO9ONLyumfk/VJTDIIkb0AI/AAAAAAAAEag/4rUvKh2E5Fw/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1135.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fO9ONLyumfk/VJTDIIkb0AI/AAAAAAAAEag/4rUvKh2E5Fw/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1135.JPG" height="400" width="265" /></a></div><br />Not all of the wrinkles have been eliminated, but it is much more comfortable.&nbsp; There is a bit of pulling across the upper back.&nbsp; One sleeve is cut narrower than the other, which I prefer, and I also did an elbow rotation adjustment.&nbsp; This is the first time I have done one of these and it is the first time my sleeve doesn't feel twisted, so I will be doing this alteration every time I make long sleeves.&nbsp; There are still wrinkles in the sleeve / shoulder, but I am not sure what to do about these, but I think I will need to do one more muslin before I am totally happy with the fit.&nbsp; Which will be worthwhile, because this is a great basic pattern.http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/surf-to-summit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-1041762954154726493Thu, 18 Dec 2014 20:53:00 +00002014-12-18T12:53:20.191-08:00exerciseJaliesupplexJalie 3351 running shortsI really liked the pockets on my Jalie running skort, but I find the skort too hot to wear with its double layer.&nbsp; So when Jalie released their <a href="http://www.jalie.com/jalie3351-swim-shorts.html" target="_blank">swim shorts</a> with the same pocket detail, I was keen to make it up.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zGQy6oy7Vjo/VJM96-TfOUI/AAAAAAAAEYI/p8AgTUT0Ork/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1160.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zGQy6oy7Vjo/VJM96-TfOUI/AAAAAAAAEYI/p8AgTUT0Ork/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1160.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--DR1ZiUC-aY/VJM-H3HVjFI/AAAAAAAAEYY/P7vLJOWbowY/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1161.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--DR1ZiUC-aY/VJM-H3HVjFI/AAAAAAAAEYY/P7vLJOWbowY/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1161.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NAlZal0G_zA/VJM9_4jh5oI/AAAAAAAAEYQ/Dtc4I8arvIY/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1167.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NAlZal0G_zA/VJM9_4jh5oI/AAAAAAAAEYQ/Dtc4I8arvIY/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1167.JPG" height="640" width="424" /></a></div><br />The main fabric is a supplex lycra.&nbsp; http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/jalie-3351-running-shorts.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-5469866167705901261Thu, 18 Dec 2014 03:18:00 +00002014-12-17T19:18:05.019-08:00Fehr tradelingerieorange lingerieTessutiGreen cherries on orange lingerieThe <a href="http://www.tessuti-shop.com/collections/swimwear-fabrics/products/green-cherry-stretch-swimwear-fabric" target="_blank">green cherry print</a> on this lycra is so cute that I snapped it up the moment I saw it online.&nbsp; This was whilst I was in transit and looking for things to sew whilst I was in a hotel.<br /><br />Norma, of Orange Lingerie, released her <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/200457826/pdf-sewing-pattern-for-an-underwire-bra" target="_blank">Marlborough bra pattern</a> that week, so the match seemed inevitable.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZzgHLgc_i34/VJI8djeWaVI/AAAAAAAAEXM/JkMfeDBm9MU/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1151.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZzgHLgc_i34/VJI8djeWaVI/AAAAAAAAEXM/JkMfeDBm9MU/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1151.JPG" height="524" width="640" /></a></div><br />Of course, it was only after I cut it out that I realised that the print was directional. <br /><br />I didn't have access to my stash, so all the notions and other bits are from Lincraft.&nbsp; Lincraft didn't have any wire casing, so I made my own casing by folding over a non-stretch bra strapping, which seemed to work well.<br /><br />I didn't have my other patterns to compare to this one, but I did have access to <a href="http://www.orange-lingerie.com/book" target="_blank">Norma's bra fitting book</a> on my daughter's kindle, so I made a muslin and followed her book to adjust the fit.&nbsp; It is the first bra pattern ever that I have not had to adjust the bridge.&nbsp; I did have to adjust the cups to accommodate breast shape by flattening the curve of the bottom of the cup.&nbsp; The second muslin showed that I was good to go.<br /><br />Overall, I was pretty happy with the fit of the cherry bra.&nbsp; The straps sit wide, similar to my favourite RTW bras, but I must admit that they were a little too wide for me (unusual), so on the next one, I moved the back scoop a little to be closer to the CB.<br /><br />So I made up a second bra, with the only change being to move the back strap position a little.&nbsp; Only, this one does not fit at all.&nbsp; The elastic and stretch lace is much firmer and I can't actually do the bra up.&nbsp; I added on an extender&nbsp; hook and eye to try it on.&nbsp; The straps were pre-made straps from Lincraft and they are a little short so the power bar pulls up too much as well.<br />&nbsp; <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8V-WnLR7e2c/VJI8xcUvwwI/AAAAAAAAEXc/z8QF_nHXNvQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1152.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8V-WnLR7e2c/VJI8xcUvwwI/AAAAAAAAEXc/z8QF_nHXNvQ/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1152.JPG" height="412" width="640" /></a></div><br />Now that I have all my sewing supplies with me, I compared this bra to my standard pattern and can see that the band is significantly shorter.&nbsp; Amy, of Cloth Habit, has a great tutorial on <a href="http://clothhabit.com/adjusting-your-bra-band-with-math/" target="_blank">adjusting the bra band</a>, but in the past I have used elastics and fabrics&nbsp; of similar strength, and have not needed to do this.&nbsp; I'll have to go back to this tutorial!<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wiKOz-bVtdw/VJI826Gt6pI/AAAAAAAAEXk/yGbw8kYBGPU/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1157.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wiKOz-bVtdw/VJI826Gt6pI/AAAAAAAAEXk/yGbw8kYBGPU/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1157.JPG" height="268" width="640" /></a></div><br />I found it a struggle to fit the wires in, and wondered if this was because of the Lincraft wires, but now that I compare patterns, I can see that the CF of the Marlborough bra is a little lower than my standard (self-drafted) pattern.<br /><br />Here is a photo of the insides.&nbsp; The cups were lined with batiste. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oKH__tuDC7E/VJI8ixc6JFI/AAAAAAAAEXU/wQD397zRyog/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1154.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oKH__tuDC7E/VJI8ixc6JFI/AAAAAAAAEXU/wQD397zRyog/s1600/sewing%2B2014%2B1154.JPG" height="424" width="640" /></a></div><br />Similar to other reviewers, I think that the bra pattern could do with a few more notch points.&nbsp; Also, I would like the pattern to show how to place the pattern on scalloped lace, as I showed in this <a href="http://sewblooms.blogspot.com.au/2012/11/a-little-bit-lacy.html" target="_blank">previous post</a>. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ltRRnGXCkeE/ULX9ztZ6yiI/AAAAAAAADJE/t7eiHPyor8Y/s1600/Gabi%2Bexample.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ltRRnGXCkeE/ULX9ztZ6yiI/AAAAAAAADJE/t7eiHPyor8Y/s1600/Gabi%2Bexample.jpg" height="320" width="253" /></a></div><br /><br />This was the same time that I was testing the <a href="http://shop.fehrtrade.com/products/threshold-shorts" target="_blank">runderwear in the Threshold shorts pattern</a>, so the knickers are based on that pattern.&nbsp; I did adjust the pattern to use wide lace elastic instead of standard lingerie elastic.<br /><br />So, in summary, I will be making the Marlborough bra again, but I will be reviewing Amy's band tutorial before I cut!http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/green-cherries-on-orange-lingerie.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7351864927910092883.post-4178968201605825425Thu, 04 Dec 2014 06:34:00 +00002014-12-03T22:34:02.477-08:00EmmaOneSockpatronesskirtPatrones skirt with side panels and horizontal dartsI love the shocking pink fabric in this skirt, and the patrones pattern is really interesting...but in my love for them both, I didn't realise that deep down I wanted a longer skirt for this fabric.&nbsp; The skirt is wearable, but it is not the magnificence I was hoping for.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_94nWvK-3rM/VH_-XR7UiNI/AAAAAAAAEWs/WLztqi6vU4U/s1600/IMG_1363.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_94nWvK-3rM/VH_-XR7UiNI/AAAAAAAAEWs/WLztqi6vU4U/s1600/IMG_1363.JPG" height="640" width="640" /></a></div><br />The patrones skirt (I will find the number and put it in here later) has side panels. There are pockets sewn into the panel seams, which is pretty cool.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vMg--pUdgvM/VH_-SRWhaXI/AAAAAAAAEWk/7VpCJMt2RIs/s1600/IMG_1365.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vMg--pUdgvM/VH_-SRWhaXI/AAAAAAAAEWk/7VpCJMt2RIs/s1600/IMG_1365.JPG" height="320" width="320" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WTJ_RB2xd3M/VH_-j43D-sI/AAAAAAAAEW0/Kdw3riOzIqc/s1600/IMG_1361.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WTJ_RB2xd3M/VH_-j43D-sI/AAAAAAAAEW0/Kdw3riOzIqc/s1600/IMG_1361.JPG" height="320" width="239" /></a></div>&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />The front horizontal darts are cool, but they don't really match my shape.&nbsp; I think maybe I could have left off the bottom dart.&nbsp; The light pink dots actually look grey in real life.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lZBhphklD_U/VH_-tn8VVfI/AAAAAAAAEW8/Q-7PTY3g4bw/s1600/IMG_1366.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lZBhphklD_U/VH_-tn8VVfI/AAAAAAAAEW8/Q-7PTY3g4bw/s1600/IMG_1366.JPG" height="640" width="640" /></a></div><br />&nbsp;I compared the pattern to my sloper, but I didn't make a muslin.&nbsp; I ended up having to take the side panels in quite a bit, because the fabric is so stretchy, which has made my use of the reverse side of the fabric for the panels just look like a bit of a mistake.&nbsp;<br /><br /><br />I chose to use a wide elastic for the skirt waist facing, which I think was the right decision, given the stretchiness of the fabric, but it doesn't look nicely finished on the inside.&nbsp; There is an invisible zipper at the back.&nbsp;<br /><br />The colour makes this skirt fun, and I will wear it, but I am not likely to use this pattern again.http://sewblooms.blogspot.com/2014/12/patrones-skirt-with-side-panels-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (katherine h)6